Tag: Olympique Lyonnais
Do Arsenal really still want Fekir?
According to reports, Arsenal are considering a £45m move for Lyon's Nabil Fekir, aiming to complete the deal before the World Cup but do the club really still want the 24-year-old?
Campbell: Wenger has hung Lacazette out to dry
Former Arsenal striker Kevin Campbell says Arsene Wenger's treatment of summer signing Alexandre Lacazette is disgraceful, and damaging to the striker's confidence.
Reported £60m deal for Fekir looks dead in the water
Leading up to January, Arsenal were heavily-linked with Lyon forward Nabil Fekir as a replacement for Alexis Sanchez. However, it seems the deal is now dead in the water.
3 signed and 7 sold, £50m spent, £95m made: Arsenal’s 2017/18 business
Arsenal's 2017/18 business has been about offloading the deadwood rather than bringing in talent.
5 years in the making: Could Wenger finally sign Martial?
After being interested in Anthony Martial since his days at Lyon, could Arsene Wenger finally be about to sign the forward?
Blow for Arsenal with Fekir’s future at Lyon not the Emirates
Olympique Lyonnais want £60m if they are to sell Nabil Fekir, but the French club don't plan to sell their star player to Arsenal, meaning his future lies elsewhere from the Emirates in January.
Arsenal and Barcelona monitoring teenage midfielder Aouar
Arsenal have sent a scout to watch Lyon's teenage midfielder Houssem Aouar, but they also have competition from Barcelona, according to latest reports.
Fekir admits an interest in Arsenal
Nabil Fekir has named Arsenal among a host of 'big clubs' he would be open to signing for in the future.
Arsenal want Fekir for £44m, will loan him out immediately
Arsenal want to buy Lyon's Nabil Fekir in January, but then loan him back for the rest of the season, according to reports.
Bad news for Arsenal fans expecting Arsene Wenger to splash out in January
If you were hoping that Arsene Wenger would make some of the January additions the media are reporting then you may have to prepare to be disappointed.
Fekir edging closer to Arsenal move
Nabil Fekir is reportedly edging closer to a move to Arsenal.
Arsenal face a big hurdle in their pursuit of Fekir
Lyon president Jean-Michael Aulas insists that Nabil Fekir will not be leaving the club.
Barcelona join Arsenal in the race for Fekir
Barcelona are allegedly preparing to make a move for Lyon's Nabil Fekir, following reports of an offer from Arsenal.
This is why Arsenal won’t be signing Zaha
Wilfried Zaha won't be signing for Arsenal in January after all, claim reports.
Arsenal told to sign Fekir and Lemar
Arsenal fans are pretty chuffed with the recent rumours claiming that the Gunners could be signing Nabil Fekir and Thomas Lemar in order to replace Mesut Ozil and Alexis Sanchez.
Arsenal closing in on Fekir
Arsenal are reportedly close to signing Lyon midfielder, Nabil Fekir.
Spanish outlet accuse Arsenal of trying to ‘steal’ Fekir
Arsenal will rival Barcelona for Lyon forward Nabil Fekir, according to reports with one Spanish outlet saying the Gunners will 'steal' him from Barca.
Lacazette mentored Lyon midfielder Houssem Aouar
Lyon youngster Houssem Aouar keeps in regular contact with Alexandre Lacazette.
“If he leaves it will be for Arsenal,” says Nabil Fekir’s father
Nabil Fekir's father revealed two years ago that if his son leaves Lyon, it'll be for Arsenal.
Giroud: I’m happy in England
Olivier Giroud has explained why he didn't fancy a move back to France last summer, revealing he wanted to stay in England as he's happy at Arsenal.
Arsenal interested in Lyon’s Amine Gouiri
Arsenal are tracking Lyon youngster Amine Gouiri, according to reports.
Remi Garde, Bruno Genesio and Ian Wright said this about Lacazette
Alexandre Lacazette is already showing why Arsenal spent a club record fee to sign him from Lyon, and plenty of people around the club have noted how good he could be for the Gunners.
Arsenal make Europe top 10 for transfer profit in summer window
Arsenal make the top ten of clubs in Europe in terms of transfer profit for the summer window, according to a report by CIES Football Observatory.
Lyon boss gives honest admission about Lacazette
Lyon manager Bruno Genesio has admitted that Alexandre Lacazette is irreplaceable.
Robert Pires explains what he expects from Lacazette
While Robert Pires believes that Alexandre Lacazette will be a success for Arsenal, the former Invincible has pointed out that it might take a while for the 26-year-old to bed into a new league.
Chelsea man hails Arsenal transfer business this summer
After playing against him while at Paris Saint-Germain, David Luiz has applauded Arsenal for signing Alexandre Lacazette from Lyon this summer.
Kante in awe of Lacazette’s marksmanship
Chelsea midfielder N’Golo Kante admitted he was impressed by Arsenal’s capture of former Lyon striker Alexandre Lacazette and is backing him to impress this upcoming season.
Lyon’s football factory: The talent & the cash
Arsenal recently paid a club-record fee of £52m for Alexandre Lacazette to his boyhood club Lyon. We're looking at other clubs who have paid Lyon big money fees recently.
Giroud joins Arsenal on tour amid transfer speculation
Olivier Giroud has been included in Arsenal's pre-season tour for their trips to Australia and China, despite speculation he could leave the club.
Fenerbahce want Giroud on season-long loan
Fenerbahce are the latest club linked with a move for Olivier Giroud.
Arsenal listen to offers for Giroud
Olivier Giroud's future as an Arsenal player is increasingly doubtful, following the arrival of compatriot Alexandre Lacazette.
Lacazette will add creativity as well as goals
According to WhoScored, only one player has completed more key passes in Ligue 1 since 2014 than Lacazette has.
Houllier on Lacazette vs Martial and Morata
Gerard Houllier considers Alexandre Lacazette to be better value for money than Anthony Martial or Alvaro Morata.
Marseille confident of Giroud deal
Marseille are becoming more confident that they can secure a deal for Olivier Giroud ahead of Everton.
Giroud speaks to Koeman about potential move to Everton
Arsenal striker Olivier Giroud is believed to have spoken to Everton manager Ronald Koeman about the possibility of him joining the Toffees this summer.
Lyon confirm Lacazette transfer fee
Lyon have confirmed Alexandre Lacazette's transfer fee.
7 players Wenger has used the personal touch to sign
With the news that Arsene Wenger personally called up Russian scout, Oleg Luzhny, to watch CSKA Moscow midfielder, Aleksandr Golovin, we look at other players that the Frenchman has used the personal touch to sign.
Arsenal’s incomings and Lyon’s outgoings: Where Lacazette ranks
The £52m transfer of Alexandre Lacazette from Lyon to Arsenal is a record deal for both clubs.
Everton make divisive Giroud top summer target
Everton have reportedly made Olivier Giroud their top transfer target this summer.
What are Lacazette’s chances of winning Golden Boot at Arsenal?
With Alexandre Lacazette set to complete his £52m move from Lyon to Arsenal any day now, what are the odds of the striker winning the Premier League Golden Boot next season?